How to Maintain your Certification
AASFP Professional Fitness Instructor certifications* are valid for two years, expiring on the last day of the month in which the certification was earned two years prior. In order to maintain your current certification, AASFP certified professionals are required to gain 2.4 CEUs of continuing education biannually.
As stated in the Code of Ethics, AASFP-certified professionals need to ensure his fitness knowledge standard is up-to-date and understand its practical application.
By completing continuing education that advances knowledge, skills, and abilities, AASFP-certified professionals stay current with the latest research, professional standards, and guidelines in the fitness industry and related healthcare. This enables fitness professional to better prepare to provide safe and effective fitness instruction. This also helps the professional advance his or her career.